where learning is child’s play
Artist in Residence: Denise Valentine
Denise Valentine is a storyteller who has a passion for history and folklore. Her talent for bringing it to life captivates an audience. She shares stories of freedom and hope from African and African American History for audiences of all ages. She uses original stories, folktales, poems, hand clap games, work songs, shouts and hollers to tell stories of the past and how they have shaped the present, and how they can create a vision for the future.
Workshops take place:
Saturday, May 31, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Sunday, June 1, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Presented by The Albert M. Greenfield Foundation
Winner – Age 3 and Under
written by Brian P. Cleary, illustrated by Betsy E. Snyder
In this energetic book, animals of all kinds do everything from riding motorbikes to planting evergreens in a trip across the alphabet. Betsy E. Snyder’s buoyant illustrations perfectly accompany Brian P. Cleary’s silly text
Winner – Age 4 to 7
by Laurie Keller
When Mr. Rabbit is introduced to his new neighbors, the Otters, he isn’t quite sure how to get along with them. That is, until he learns about the Golden Rule: do unto otters as you would have otters do unto you.
Join Our Memorial Hall Campaign
Please Touch Museum has far outgrown its current space. Help us to continue serving all the children and families of the Philadelphia region by purchasing a paver with your personalized message. These pavers will be at the entrance of our new home at Memorial Hall, Fairmount Park. Make your Mark Now!
Please Touch Museum at Memorial Hall Opening Gala
On Friday, October 3, 2008, Please Touch Museum will host the most memorable celebration in its history and one of the most exciting for Philadelphia, the Please Touch Museum at Memorial Hall Opening Gala! Visit our Special Events page to find out more information.
Special Membership Gift Pack!
Only $10 above the regular membership fee!
Along with your membership card, receive special stickers, a coupon for a free Please Touch Museum tote bag and info on the museum all packaged in a special gift box! Visit our Membership page to give the gift of a Please Touch Museum membership.
Toys and play
Visit the Toys and Play blog to learn the history and background of some of our favorite toys!
explore please touch museum!
Take a trip through the museum in our pop-up book
Open Daily!
- General Hours: 9 am–4:30 pm
- Summer Hours: July 1–Labor Day
Sunday-Thursday, 9 am–4:30 pm
Friday-Saturday, 9 am–5 pm
- CLOSED: New Year’s, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day
Location
Map
/ Directions
210 N. 21st Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 963-0667
at the corner of 21st and Race Streets in the heart of Philadelphia’s
Parkway museum district.
Admission
Members: Free
Children under the age of One: Free
Children and Adults: $10.95 per person
Groups of 15+ (90 Minute visit): $8 per person, reservations
required
Groups of 15+ (Unlimited visit): $10.95 per person, reservations
required
Best time to Visit:
Please Touch Museum tends to be busier on rainy days. You may want to schedule your visit on fair weather days. Mornings are also a busy time with most school groups visiting during this time. Afternoons are a great time to visit the museum as well as Mondays when groups are not scheduled.
Wheelchairs and Strollers:
- Please Touch Museum® is wheelchair accessible
- Strollers are NOT permitted on the gallery floor, but may be parked on the first level at the start of your visit; Snuglies® are available for use, free of charge.
Official
Airline Sponsor of Please Touch Museum
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